* John B. Keane, the late, great Kerry playwright, once remarked that to be of Kerry is both a gift and an awesome responsibility *
— Norma Foley T.D (@NormaFoleyTD1) June 27, 2020
It is a tremendous honour to be appointed Minister for Education this evening at The Convention Centre, Dublin.
Thank you all for the support! pic.twitter.com/BqlowcLBzC
I am pleased today to publish the 'Roadmap For The Full Return to School' and confirm a substantial funding package of over €375 million for primary and post-primary schools as they prepare for reopening in the autumn. https://t.co/nl3G6vIepShttps://t.co/y15pQ3M1pM
— Norma Foley T.D (@NormaFoleyTD1) July 27, 2020
1.I am both taken aback and disappointed at the ASTI's decision to withdraw from talks regarding the Leaving Certificate in 2021. At no stage of discussions today did the ASTI indicate its intention to take this action.
— Norma Foley T.D (@NormaFoleyTD1) February 11, 2021
Tonight government has announced additional measures to curb the spread of Covid-19. For the safety of society and to help our students and school communities minimise their close contacts, government has taken the decision to extend school holidays by 3 days until January 11th.
— Norma Foley T.D (@NormaFoleyTD1) December 30, 2020